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Ketotifen Drops is used for:
Temporary prevention of itching of the eye due to allergies.
Ketotifen Drops is an antihistamine and mast cell stabilizer. It works by blocking the release of chemicals from cells involved in allergic reactions.
Do NOT use Ketotifen Drops if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Ketotifen Drops
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Ketotifen Drops:
Use Ketotifen Drops as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- To use Ketotifen Drops in the eye, first, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eyelid for 1 to 2 minutes. Do not blink. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean, dry tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.
- To prevent germs from contaminating your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including the eye. Keep the container tightly closed.
- Ketotifen Drops is only for the eye. Do not get it in your nose or mouth.
- Do not wear contact lenses if your eye is red.
- Do not use Ketotifen Drops to treat irritation caused by contact lenses.
- Remove contact lenses before you use Ketotifen Drops; soft contact lenses may be placed back in the eyes 10 minutes after use of Ketotifen Drops if your eyes are not red.
- If you miss a dose of Ketotifen Drops, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ketotifen Drops.
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